Shopping Fun with Ketel One

The Event: Local designer shopping extravaganza with martinis galore from Ketel One vodka

What to Expect: 40+ local designers of handbags, jewelry, clothing, stationery and much more showcasing their fashionable goods, many at incredible discounts!

Date: Monday, November 17

Time: 6-10pm

Location: The City Museum, 801 K Street, NW

Attire: Smart Casual

Tickets: $25 at www.shoppingfun.org / $35 at the door

Contact: (202) 965-5257

Celebration of Champagne

The Event: A Feast for the Senses, An Evening of Fine Champagne hosted by the newly appointed French Ambassador

What to Expect: Champagne tastings from 17 distinguished labels and restaurant tastings from 19 fine dining restaurants

Date: Saturday, November 1

Time: 7pm

Location: La Maison Francaise - Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road, NW

Attire: Cocktail Attire

Tickets: $90 in advance

Contact: RSVP to 202.944.6091

SEED Foundation Gala

The Event: The 16th annual Reptilian Cotillion to benefit the SEED Foundation of Washington, DC. The SEED Public Charter School of D.C. gives students the opportunity to receive an education comparable to the best college preparatory schools in the country.

What to Expect: Festive evening of cocktails and dancing.

Date: November 22, 2003

Time: 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

Location: The National Press Club, 529 14th Street, N. W.

Tickets: $80 in advance, ($75 for 10 or more in a group), $90 at the door

Event Co-Chairs Susan Strawbridge, Yardly Gray, Winston Bao Lord

Contact: Susan Strawbridge (202) 785-4123 or visit http://www.seedfoundation.com/

National Rehabilitation Hospital Gala and Victory Awards

The Event: The National Rehabilitation Hospital’s 17th Annual Gala and Victory Awards

What to Expect: Black-tie gala and awards presentation. Proceeds will benefit the new Dion Johnson Patient Education Center.

Date: November 18, 2003

Time: 5:30 p.m.

Location: Omni Shoreham

Tickets: $200 per person, $350 per couple

Honorary Patrons: H.E. Jukka Valtasaari, the Ambassador of Finland and Mrs. Etel Valtasaari

Event Co-Chairs Lyn Schroeder, Shawnda Wilkinson

Contact: (202) 877-1776

"Hitting the Right Chord" Benefit Premiere & Performance

The Event: "Hitting the Right Chord" Benefit Premiere & Performance

What to Expect: VIP Reception, Film Screening, Musical Performance by Doria Roberts

Date: November 18, 2003

Time: 6pm VIP Reception, 8pm Screening, 9pm Doria Roberts Performs

Location: Spectrum Theatre Rosslyn, 1611 North Kent St., Arlington, VA

Dress: Business Casual

Tickets: $25 general admission, $40 includes VIP reception by calling Ticketmaster®, 202-432-SEAT

Contact: Jennifer Nycz-Conner, Women In Film & Video, 202-429-9438

Lab School Gala

The Event: The 19th annual Outstanding Learning Disabled Achievers Awards Gala. The Lab School is internationally recognized for its innovative programs for children and adults with learning disabilities.

What to Expect: Reception, awards ceremony, dinner, and live orchestra celebration.

Date: November 17, 2003

Time: 6:45 p.m. Reception, 8:00 p.m. Awards Ceremony, 9:00 p.m. Dinner

Location: Washington Hilton and Towers

Tickets: $150; $6,000 for a table for 10; $10,000 for front-row tables for 12

Event Chair: TBD

Contact: Betsy Babbington (202) 944-3076

Woodrow Wilson House Fall Benefit

The Event: The 16th annual Woodrow Wilson House "Salute to Armistice Day" Benefit.

What to Expect: An elegant cocktail reception at Wilson House followed by private dinners in several Kalorama homes. Dinners will be catered by local chefs and will feature notable celebrities.

Date: November 11, 2003

Time: 6:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception precedes private dinners in several Kalorama homes.

Location: Woodrow Wilson House

Attire: Business Attire

Tickets: $250 per person

Event Chair: Connie Carter Lawson

Contact: Carter Cunningham (202) 387-4062 ext. 21.

Make-a-Wish Foundation's "Wish Upon a Star" Dinner Dance

The Event: Make-a-Wish Foundation's "Wish Upon a Star" Dinner Dance

What to Expect: The 17th annual Make-A Wish Foundation's "Wish Upon a Star" Dinner Dance. Proceeds go to help fulfill the wishes of more than 95 area children fighting life-threatening illnesses.

Date: November 8, 2003

Time, Ticket Price, Event Chair: TBD

Location: Four Seasons Hotel

Contact: Stephanie Holland (301) 962-9474

National Debutante Cotillion of Washington

The Event: The 54th annual National Debutante Cotillion of Washington.

What to Expect: Washington's oldest and most prestigious social-presentation event, with young ladies from prominent families throughout the United States making their debuts. An evening of presentation, dancing, and a formal seated dinner.

Date: November 28, 2003

Time: 9:00 p.m.

Location: Washington Hilton Hotel

Attire: White-tie

Tickets: $150 per person

Event Chair: Mary-Stuart Montague Price

Contact: Andi Madero (301) 652-1899

Fight Night

The Event:
The 14th annual Fight Night. A one-of-a-kind evening, the black-tie smoker attracts nearly 2000 of DC's business and government leaders as well as national celebrities. The event was established by Fight for Children Inc., a charitable organization that raises money for children's charities.

What to Expect: Elegant cocktail reception and silent auction followed by a gourmet meal. Late in the evening, the party unites with the women of Knock Out Abuse.

Date: November 6, 2003

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Washington Hilton Towers

Ticket Price: Tables $6000-$25,000

Event Co-Chairs: Roger Mody

Contact: (703) 245-3566

Knock Out Abuse Against Women

The Event:
The 10th anniversary gala celebration of Knock Out Abuse Against Women. Benefits three Washington, D.C. metropolitan area shelters for women and their children whose lives have been shattered by abuse, poverty, and homelessness.

What to Expect: A one-of-a-kind, women-only event that includes cocktails, dinner, music, silent and live auctions. Late in the evening the party merges with the men from Fight Night for dancing and more partying.

Date: November 6, 2003

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: The Ritz-Carlton Hotel

Ticket Price: Tables $350 per person

Event Chair: Norma Ramsey

Event Co-Chairs: Jill Sorensen Robert and Cheryl Davis Masri

Contact: Ellen Blankenstein (703) 245-3567 or visit www.knockoutabuse.org

Lombardi Gala

The Event:
The 18th annual Lombardi Gala; the theme is "Castles and Clubs". Proceeds will benefit the Lombardi Cancer Center at the Georgetown University Medical Center, the only comprehensive cancer center designated by the National Cancer Institute in the D.C. metropolitan area.

What to Expect:
A cocktail reception, black-tie dinner dance, the legendary "Fifty of the Finest" silent auction, live auction and awards presentation. The "Symbol of Courage" will be awarded to PGA Champions Tour Player Jim Colbert; 2003's "Symbol of Caring" recipient is Carolyn Deaver; and Mrs. James McSherry Wimsatt will be presented with the "Margaret L. Hodges Leadership Award."

Date: November 1, 2003

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Location: Hilton Washington and Towers

Attire: Black-tie, kilts and tiaras

Ticket Price: $350 per person

Event Co-Chairs: The Honorable Carol T. Crawford and Ron Crawford

Contact: Kristy Pocious (202) 687-2004 or Bonnie Roberts (202) 687-1067